MLB Odds for Astros vs. Yankees
| Astros Odds | -138 |
| Yankees Odds | +118 |
| Over/Under | 8.5 (-104 / -118) |
| Date | Saturday, Aug. 5 |
| Time | 1:05 p.m. ET |
| Channel | MLB Network |
| *MLB odds as of Saturday morning via FanDuel | |
Saturday’s MLB oddsboard gets underway with the Houston Astros taking on the New York Yankees just after 1 p.m. ET.
The Astros are in a dogfight with the Texas Rangers in the AL West and are once again in the MLB playoff picture. Meanwhile the Yankees are in unfamiliar territory at just 57-53, good for dead last in the AL East.
Both teams clearly have something to play for on Saturday, and the latest MLB odds for Astros vs. Yankees show Houston as a -138 favorite against New York.
So, what is the smartest MLB prediction for this matchup in the Bronx? Should bettors back Justin Verlander and the Astros on the road? Or are the Yankees offering too much value to pass up at plus-money?
With the help of the Action Network’s PRO MLB predictions, let’s answer these very questions.
MLB Prediction for Astros vs. Yankees
According to the Action Network’s MLB public betting data, Houston has unsurprisingly attracted 66% of the moneyline tickets wagered thus far.
However, when it comes to actual dollars, 77% of the money has come in on the Bronx Bombers as of writing.
This is an indicator that recreational bettors are taking the Astros on Saturday afternoon, but those with bigger bankrolls are instead getting down on the underdog Yankees.
Interestingly, our MLB betting model projects New York as the favorite in this matchup: Yankees -107 to be precise. That results in a very solid 5.9% edge when compared to the latest consensus line of Yankees +118.
PRO Report Pick: Yankees +118
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